For Latino & Hispanic High School Seniors and College Undergraduate Students

Who We Serve

At the Utah Somos Foundation (SOMOS), we proudly extend our scholarships to the vast community of Latino and Hispanic students in Utah. First generation and immigrant students are encouraged to apply. 


Mission

Our mission is to increase access to thriving educational & career pathways for Latino and Hispanic students to become leaders and pursue excellence through scholarships, professional development, and networking.

Vision

By being a trusted scholarship opportunity for Latino & Hispanic students in Utah, we will grow a strong and collaborative network of leaders.

Our Impact By the Numbers

800+

Students Served

Over the last decade, over 800 Somos Scholars from across the state of Utah have received scholarships.

$4 million

Since 2002, over $4 million in scholarships have been granted to students to support their college & career goals.

~20%

Percentage of Utah K-12 students that are Latino/Hispanic (Utah State Board of Education)

SOMOS is affiliated with the Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Upcoming Events

2025 Somos Scholarship Gala

  • Thursday, May 15th | 6 PM - 9 PM

  • Utah Cultural Celebration Center | 451 S 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

  • Attire: Black Tie/Formal

Join us for an inspiring evening to celebrate this year’s scholarship recipients with dinner and an engaging program. Our theme this year is Legado: We Belong, We Build, We Thrive, reflecting the resilience, brilliance, and boundless potential of Latino students as they continue their educational journey. 

🗓️ Tickets will go live on March 17th, so watch for more details! 👀 All proceeds and donations will go towards investing in more students and their future. Let’s create opportunities, strengthen our community, and build a brighter tomorrow together! 


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2024 SOMOS Scholars

Ali (Alejandro) Camacho Araujo | University of Utah

Alison Galindo-Laguna | University of Utah

Alex Higuera | University of Utah

Nasly Proano Gomez | Brigham Young University

Laura Jimenez | Snow College

Florencia Campos Yapura | Westminster University

Natalie Vazquez | Snow College

Siclali Garcia | Utah State University

Cardelia Pena Barrios | Mountain Ridge High School

Alek Ramirez | Wasatch High School

Angel A. Alcantar Vega | Green Canyon High School

Guillermo Mejia | East High

Bryan Vera | Stansbury High School

Jasiel Jardon | Utah Tech University

Cassidie Archuleta | Salt Lake Community College

Katherine Sandoval Munoz | Park City High

Evelyn Chairez Gonzalez | Highland High School

Melany Navarro | Hillcrest High School

Jovanny Celis-Lopez | Granger High School

Merary Sandoval | Mountain View High School